Communications Insights Analyst – AKTP Associate
Role Overview
A full-time Communications Insights Analyst – AKTP Associate role at the University of Exeter, on a fixed-term basis from November 2026 to February 2027.
The three-month Accelerated Knowledge Transfer Partnership is between the University of Exeter and M&C Saatchi World Services LLP.
The project will test whether AI tools that estimate how the brain responds to messages can improve public communication about democracy.
The project will use real-world data on audience engagement to develop and test better message-design approaches.
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Role and project
A full-time Communications Insights Analyst – AKTP Associate role at the University of Exeter, on a fixed-term basis from November 2026 to February 2027.
The three-month Accelerated Knowledge Transfer Partnership is between the University of Exeter and M&C Saatchi World Services LLP.
The project will test whether AI tools that estimate how the brain responds to messages can improve public communication about democracy.
The project will use real-world data on audience engagement to develop and test better message-design approaches.
Salary
- Starting salary is from £33,951 on Grade E, depending on skills, qualifications and experience.
Workplace and travel
- The role is full time and based mainly at the University of Exeter Streatham Campus.
- The successful candidate is expected to make approximately five visits to the M&C Saatchi World Services office in London.
Qualifications and experience
- First degree in a relevant listed subject or related field, or equivalent experience.
- Confidence using Python, R or equivalent analytical software; experience with structured datasets, statistical analysis, reproducible workflows and data visualisation.
- Experience managing research projects or contributing significantly to collaborative research.
- Understanding of health and safety requirements and good research record-keeping practices.
- Willingness to travel to London for in-person meetings and flexibility to meet project demands.
Skills and working style
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities; excellent written and verbal communication for mixed academic and industry audiences.
- Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary academic-industry team, with commercial awareness.
- Well-organised, self-motivated, adaptable, and able to prioritise independently in a fast-paced commercial environment.
- Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusive working practices.
Development
- The role offers a £150 training budget and a chance to develop industrial and research skills with company supervisors and continuous academic support.
- The opportunity includes managing and leading a project early in one's career.
Partner information
M&C Saatchi World Services works on complex global challenges through strategic communications, creativity and technology, with a focus on real-world outcomes and long-term behaviour change.
Responsibilities
- Work on a three-month Accelerated Knowledge Transfer Partnership between the University of Exeter and M&C Saatchi World Services.
- Test whether AI tools that estimate responses to messages can improve public communications about democracy.
- Use real-world audience engagement data to help develop and test improved message-design approaches.
- Work with academic and industry collaborators and manage or lead a project early in the career.
- Work mainly at the University of Exeter's Streatham Campus and make approximately five visits to the London partner.
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